R&D Test Technician

Rolls-Royce•Aiken, SC

23h•$23 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Operate Development Test Cells including test cell preparation, engine preparation, engine operation and engine (un)installation Keep test cells in good working order and support the initiation and coordination of maintenance work and troubleshooting activities in the test cell and its supporting areas Provide Technician Support for Engineering and Development Test engines, e.g., rebuild engines, exchange components, and install test equipment to facilitate development engine testing Lead on-site work, maintain detailed record of daily activities using engine logbook, equipment logbook and other reporting tools and prioritize job tasks accordingly Be the owner of the test cell. Develop holistic understanding of test cell, engine and facility and run tests independently per guidance of engineering team Work with engineering calibration software and automation software to support the project progress of development engines Perform reservations to necessary parts, fluids, and hardware for testing engines Request parts and tools to perform job functions and maintain inventory Instrument engines and record instrumentation locations as needed by the project Perform Basic Maintenance of Test Cell and track PMs performed Support Production Testing of engines in the Development Test Cell or in the Production test cell as demanded by the business Work with test groups on engine development projects 1st level trouble shooter for test cell and engine issues. Support further troubleshooting and failure analysis efforts Mentor and provide assistance to Rolls-Royce America personnel to support the objectives of the company Maintain a clean and safe work area and document per Development Test Cell standards Remain technically current on diesel engine technology Perform special projects as required Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls-Royce Code of Conduct

Requirements

Associate degree in Engineering Science or Mechanical Technology or two years mechanical trade school and two years of combustion engine testing experience.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

Advanced operational ability and skill, as demonstrated by acquiring the points associated with Skill Based Pay Competency Level 1 for Development Test (SBP) or competency levels 3 or 4 in MTU America's Production Test Department
Good skills in the operation and troubleshooting of engines, instrumentation, and electronic engine controls
Basic skills in the use of mechanical and electrical hand tools
Basic skills in the use of measurement and testing tools for mechanical and electrical systems.
Basic knowledge of internal combustion engine operations
Basic knowledge in technical language and engineering terminology
Excellent factory representation, customer service and interpersonal skills.
Basic organizational, planning and follow up skills
Basic analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Basic knowledge in the physical properties of fuels, coolants, lubricants and oils
Ability to lift, push, pull weights in the 20-60 lbs. range
Basic knowledge in the use of a PC and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)
Ability to work any shift and overtime as required. Shifts rotate weekly: Monday – Friday 5:30am to 2:00pm and 1:30pm to 10:00pm. Schedule may rotate weekly and 12-hour shifts required during extended testing schedules.
Experience with AVL PUMA
Experience with ETAS INCA
Experience with MTU engines and electronics
Experience with testing development engines
Experience in a large engine service industry
Experience in operating forklift trucks and rigging

Responsibilities

Operate Development Test Cells including test cell preparation, engine preparation, engine operation and engine (un)installation
Keep test cells in good working order and support the initiation and coordination of maintenance work and troubleshooting activities in the test cell and its supporting areas
Provide Technician Support for Engineering and Development Test engines, e.g., rebuild engines, exchange components, and install test equipment to facilitate development engine testing
Lead on-site work, maintain detailed record of daily activities using engine logbook, equipment logbook and other reporting tools and prioritize job tasks accordingly
Be the owner of the test cell. Develop holistic understanding of test cell, engine and facility and run tests independently per guidance of engineering team
Work with engineering calibration software and automation software to support the project progress of development engines
Perform reservations to necessary parts, fluids, and hardware for testing engines
Request parts and tools to perform job functions and maintain inventory
Instrument engines and record instrumentation locations as needed by the project
Perform Basic Maintenance of Test Cell and track PMs performed
Support Production Testing of engines in the Development Test Cell or in the Production test cell as demanded by the business
Work with test groups on engine development projects
1st level trouble shooter for test cell and engine issues. Support further troubleshooting and failure analysis efforts
Mentor and provide assistance to Rolls-Royce America personnel to support the objectives of the company
Maintain a clean and safe work area and document per Development Test Cell standards
Remain technically current on diesel engine technology
Perform special projects as required
Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls-Royce Code of Conduct

Benefits

Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan.
Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan.
The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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